Hobby Boss 80389 1/48 F4U-5 Corsair Scale Replica  [HB-80389]

Hobby Boss 80389 - 1/48 F4U-5 Corsair
Price:
£15.76
Brand:
Hobby Boss
Model:
HB-80389
Condition:
Brand New
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Hobby Boss 1/48 F4U-5 Corsair: A Scale Representation of a Naval Icon

The F4U-5 Corsair closed out the era of frontline prop fighters for the US Navy, developing on the F4U-4 and making its first flight on December 21, 1945. Its distinctive long nose accommodated a powerful 2300hp R-2800-32W engine complete with an automatically-adjusting turbo supercharger.

Kit Features and Build Notes

This Hobby Boss 1/48 kit comprises over 200 parts to replicate the aircrafts silhouette and key assemblies. The kit benefits from a refined cockpit moulding and a redesigned canopy to enhance the finished model's authenticity.

Display Suitability and Dimensions

The assembled model measures 215mm from nose to tail with a 260mm wingspan, offering finely modelled fuselage and wing details along with a realistic engine and gear bay. Clear parts for the canopy expose the cockpit for display and photography.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/48
  • Length: 215mm
  • Wingspan: 260mm
  • Material: Plastic
  • Part Count: Over 200
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Recommended for realism
Build time varies with skill level, but allow several weekends for careful assembly, painting and decalling to achieve a high-quality finish.
The kit supplies decals for typical F4U-5 markings; modellers can research period photos to recreate alternate squadron liveries and apply their own paint choices.
Essential tools include sprue cutters, fine files, sanding sticks, precision tweezers, polystyrene cement and a selection of brushes or an airbrush for painting.

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